anathematize

Example Sentences

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It is to Mr. Hale’s great credit that he refuses to anathematize the prodigal children in his book.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Should we anathematize communication with half the population?

From Washington Post • Dec. 31, 2020

This became another reason to anathematize Golden Books, which were for decades shunned by library buyers.

From Slate • Jan. 12, 2017

But he eats well and doesn't anathematize my cooking.

From The Prairie Wife by Dunn, Harvey

He may anathematize me for betraying his secret; but I think it is time to do him justice, even against his will.

From The Drummer Boy by Trowbridge, J. T. (John Townsend)